Senior Business Analyst - Governance in London

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our fast‑growing Consulting Business working with some of the world’s leading financial institutions. This role will support senior governance leaders in preparing for an upcoming internal audit of governance frameworks. The role involves close collaboration with UK counterparts undergoing a similar review and requires engagement with stakeholders across business units and control functions to ensure full audit readiness. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of financial services, exceptional problem‑solving skills, project management and/or business analysis experience, the ability to manage, motivate and inspire others, and a proven track record of delivering successful client engagements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a review of current regulatory obligation mappings aligned to EBA Internal Governance standards and gap analysis.
• Evaluate the adequacy of controls linked to these obligations, highlighting gaps or areas for enhancement.
• Record and escalate any issues identified where control weaknesses exist.
• Revise or develop new controls as necessary to ensure compliance with internal governance frameworks.
• Design a streamlined governance operating model, focusing on improving efficiency and effectiveness across governance processes (e.g., reporting, committee structures, accountability frameworks).

Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience of requirements gathering, process mapping, and gap analysis.
• In‑depth knowledge of governance requirements under EBA Internal Governance.
• Financial Services background.
• Hands‑on experience in governance within a regulated financial institution.
• Proven ability to draft and implement policies and procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) at an intermediate level.
• Exceptional organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with senior management and board‑level stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including presentation capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

This is an initial 6–12 month fixed‑term contract based in London, with potential to convert to a permanent role. As the selection and interview process is ongoing, please submit your application as soon as possible. If your profile is selected, a member of our team will contact you within 4 weeks. For this role, a valid working permit for the UK is mandatory.